January 18, 2013

Private Spaces "Les espaces privés"

I have added these bench~stools I design to my Burlap Luxe etsy shop, and along came a custom order request from a beautiful buyer asking if I could custom paint something on it as I do to my signs, of course my answer back to her was, "I would be happy to".

Leaving something as it is, to then get an order letting it take on whatever would greet it.

"ELLE DORT"

Was her order, and a request to add my sweet wild bird and its resting twigs.

This bench~stool is going to be set along side a bed, a step up to a quite, calming, and restful place of dreams.

ELLE DORT... A beautiful French phrase for, "She Sleeps"

I just love this phrase for a step up to bed.

With painting layers of exterior paints, and hand rubbed coats, after coats of matte finish sealer I am assured this art will last until it is no longer in need.

A bench painted for, private spaces

"Les espaces privés"

A stepstool bench that soothes the soul makes a beautiful rustic accessory in a bedroom, charming its reach with a feminine touch.

"Touche de Féminité"

Pictured at the foot of my daughter Hannah's bed before shipping it off.

Quoting an etsy feed back from the purchaser...

"Dore is awesome! The bench is beautiful. She took an ordinary bench and turned it into a piece of art. I can't wait to get another thing made by this wonderful artist!"

Emily L. MD.

Odessa Florida.

1-17-13

Thank you sweetly for your custom order Emily, and the ever so kind Burlap Luxe etsy feed back.

I almost missed this post with your precious little stepping bench! How sweet is that!?? I love the saying on it... As always you pull the spirit of the wood out where everyone can see how wonderful it really is ... I'm sure this sweet little stepping bench will be treasured for many years

Hi Dore,They say the customer is always right, and that is definitely true in this case! The addition of the painting is just the perfect compliment. Now she has a true signature piece! Gorgeous.Hugs,Patti

dearest dore...i finally got my hands on a copy of Romantic Country Flea Market Styles with your beautiful home featured in it! There are no words to describe how absolutely lovely a home you have created for you and your family. it is serenely gorgeous....romantic...peaceful...inviting...charming. i could go on and on. i saw your beautiful soul in each and every room. sigh....

dearest dore...i finally got my hands on a copy of Romantic Country Flea Market Styles with your beautiful home featured in it! There are no words to describe how absolutely lovely a home you have created for you and your family. it is serenely gorgeous....romantic...peaceful...inviting...charming. i could go on and on. i saw your beautiful soul in each and every room. sigh....

Dear Dore,First, I am so sorry to hear that Hannah has been sick.. I wish her a speedy recovery.. You make sure YOU get enough rest, don't want you getting sick.

Thank you so much for sharing the story about Violet the mouse.. Nice to know about where some of my little ones have gone... I am so happy you enjoyed my mice and buggy. It would have been lovely to have you with us at the ocean.. You take care, give Hannah my best.bisous!Penny

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About Me

I am French and Irish born in Southern California, yet spent a great number of years in the bay area of Northern California. When I moved back to the Southern part in 1986-87 I was on the brink of a new life. I have two children, a son Travis, and a daughter Hannah who have a beauty in expressing who they are. I am in the field of interior design, interior designer and home stager in decorating estate model homes residential, and commercial designs.
A design shop in the bay area co-opted with my mother was the strongest influence in the start of it all. Artist in fine art. My favorite time of any day is making time to create. I love to recycle and reimage found objects that then find their way into the hands and homes of a new place to rest.